A while ago we posted the guides to update Sony Xperia M C1904/C1905 to latest official Android 4.3 Jelly Bean firmware based on build number 15.4.A.1.9, that Sony rolled out few days back. Just in case you have updated your device and you’re an Android power user, you might be wondering how you can go beyond the boundaries on your device running this latest firmware. Well, you may not worry about that as we already have the solution right here for you.

Thanks to XDA Member engineer_dhaval,who has brought up CWM 6.0.4.9 recovery for our beloved Sony Xperia M, and paved a way to break the jails on this device. In the following post we are going to install this CWM [ClockworkMod] 6 recovery and also root the Sony Xperia M C1904 and C1905 running latest Android 4.3 Jelly Bean 15.4.A.1.9 firmware. All you need is, you need to follow this guide carefully in order to get it done successfully. Before we head towards the installation instructions, let’s learn what is a custom recovery and why you should root your Android device (To help the newbies understand this in a better way).

Custom Recovery:

A custom recovery allows you to install custom roms, mods etc. Along with these, you can make a Nandroid backup, this helps you a lot as you can move back to the previous working state of your phone at any time you want if you have backed up your current system. In some cases, to root the phone you need to flash SuperSu.zip file in the custom recovery, having installed the recovery may help you while in some cases to install the recovery easily,You can also wipe cache and dalvik cache of your phone using a custom recovery. There is a number of other options available in the custom recoveries that pave way for the device’s tweaking and deal with the problems efficiently.

Rooting an Android device:

Rooting your phone gives you complete access over all the data which is apparently locked by the manufacturers. This includes removal of the factory restrictions and making changes to the internal system and the operating system. Gaining the root access gives you the privileges to install various applications to enhance the performance of your device, allows you to remove the built-in applications/programs, helps you to upgrade the battery life of your device & install the apps which require the root access for the proper functionality and modify your device in so many other ways e.g using mods and flashing custom recoveries and custom ROMs. There is a laundry list of things you can do after having your device rooted and installed the custom recovery, now once you’re rooted and have installed custom recovery, go ahead and enjoy it on your phone. Here’s our collection of 10 Best Root Apps.

Pre-Installation Instructions:

The CWM recovery is only for Xperia M C1904/C1905 running stock or stock based Android 4.3 Jelly Bean [15.4.A.1.9] Firwmare. Check your firmware version in Settings > About Device and make sure that it matches the one mentioned here.

Backup all your apps / data. If you’ve rooted your device, use Titanium Backup to do so. Follow the full guide here.

Backup your current system using a custom recovery (CWM or TWRP) if you’ve flashed one. This is recommended in case something goes wrong with CWM installation, you can use the custom recovery and return to the old working state of your system.

Use only OEM data cable to establish connection between your PC and Phone.

Alright! Follow this guide to the letter now.

If you want to root your device without unlocking the bootloader, check out this post.

Disclaimer: The methods involved in flashing custom roms and rooting your phone is highly custom and may result in bricking your device, and has nothing to do with Google or the device manufacturer that is SONY in our case. Also rooting your device will void its warranty and you will be no longer eligible for any kind of free device services by the manufacturers/warranty providers. In case of any mishap we may not be held responsible. Follow these instructions to the letter to avoid any mishap or bricking. Make sure that whatever you do, you are doing it at your own responsibility.

That’s All with the recovery installation. In case you got any queries or face any difficulties regarding this post, please feel free to stop by the comment box below and let us know. We will get back to you as soon as possible. Thanks all.

@disqus_IQtEMFdZOZ:disqus to recover from bootloop, you need to flash stock firmware on your device. There’s a guide on our site for creating and flashing ftf, Please find it using the search option at the top.